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The story and mission behind the Mental Health Association.
Mental Health Association (MHA) is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services for individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, adults, seniors—and their families across Northern New Jersey. Established in 1950 as the Mental Health Association of Essex County in Newark, NJ, MHA has since expanded its reach, now serving communities in Essex, Morris, Sussex, Passaic, Hudson and Middlesex counties.
MHA is committed to promoting mental health and integrating physical health care to enhance the well-being of individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders. We strive to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health conditions, addiction, and recovery, ensuring that every individual has equitable access to whole-person health and vitality.
Our dedication to improving the lives of those facing mental health and SUD challenges remains unwavering. As a trusted service provider, we deliver compassionate, dignified, and empowering care, guiding society’s most vulnerable individuals on their paths to wellness and recovery. We aim to instill hope and foster resilience in the communities we serve.
MHA promotes mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery. We increase community awareness while enhancing mental well-being through advocacy, education, prevention, treatment, and services.
We envision a society where individuals with mental illness and addiction can readily access services and live with hope.
Any contribution makes possible the enhancement of all our programs for the benefit of those we serve.
